IDB3473 - Young Professionals Program - 2025 Intake

What is the IsDB Young Professionals Program (YPP)?

The Young Professionals Program (YPP) is an entry level talent development program that equips you with the knowledge, skills, and network for a fulfilling career in international development.

Our diversity is focused on ensuring a space for all cultures.

Key features of the program include

- 24 months professional experience

- Job rotation at IsDB HQ & Regional Hubs

- Guaranteed employment upon graduation

What is different about IsDB YPP?

- You’ll be part of a global network of IsDB professionals who are helping to promote sustainable development in our 57-Member Countries & in Muslim communities in non-Member Countries.

- Within your first months at the Bank, you’ll be involved in real development projects, driving innovation, establishing partnerships. and leveraging Islamic Finance instruments to deliver value to our stakeholders.

- When you join the IsDB YPP program, you’ll be joining a unique career development experience that will stretch you to fulfill the IsDB mission of empowering people for a sustainable future.

- More importantly, you’ll witness the impact of your work on the ground whilst growing personally and professionally with other like-minded professionals.

What are the benefits of joining IsDB YPP?

- Internationally Competitive Tax Free Salary

- Group Personal Accident Insurance

- Education Allowance

- Annual Tickets

- Medical Coverage for the staff and dependents (including parents)

How will IsDB support my Career Growth?

Professional Experience: When you join the Bank you’ll be involved in professional-level work from your first assignment making real contribution to the Bank.

Field Rotation: All YP’s are expected to complete at least one rotation at one of IsDB Regional Hubs and Offices developing a deeper connection with our beneficiaries.

Missions: YP’s will be expected to travel on missions to Member Countries for various country assignments. This leads to exponential learning and personal growth.

Training: A robust 2-year training curriculum is put in place for all YP’s for both technical and soft skills training. Some trainings are accredited by top Professional Institutions.

Coaching and Mentoring: YP’s will be assignment career advisors to help them navigate their careers within IsDB. Moreover, each cohort will be part of a group coaching experience to fast-track their development.

About Application Process

If you meet the criteria and you are enthusiastic about the role, we would welcome your application. To complete the application you would need the following document(s):

1. Resume/CV
2. Passport-size photograph
3. Transcript(s) of Bachelor's degree with GPA scores
4. Transcript(s) of Master's degree with GPA scores
5. Transcript(s) of Doctorate's with GPA scores
6. Professional Certification(s)

The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) does not ask for payments of any kind from applicants throughout the recruitment process (job application, CV review, interview meeting, and final processing of applications). In addition, the IsDB does not request information on applicants’ bank accounts. The IsDB declines all responsibility for the fraudulent publications of job posts or job offers in its name or, in general, for the fraudulent use of its name in any way whatsoever.